I do want to try this. Have anyone tried it?

Huge congratulations to Meyada-san — she has officially reached Daimyō level! 👏✨ @Meyada M.m Reaching Daimyō isn’t just about points or time spent. It represents becoming a leader in our community — someone who brings energy, creativity, and kindness, and helps make this space fun and welcoming for everyone. 🗾🎨 Province Claimed: 武蔵（むさし）— Musashi As an artist who loves Ghibli and anime, Meyada-san chose Musashi, a province strongly associated with anime and manga culture. It’s a place of imagination, storytelling, and creativity — a perfect match for her artistic spirit. By claiming Musashi, she’s not just choosing a region; she’s setting the tone for creativity and inspiration within our community. 🈶 Japanese 大名（だいみょう） – Daimyō 武蔵（むさし） – Musashi おめでとうございます！ – Congratulations! 👉 メヤダさん、大名レベル到達おめでとうございます！ 🌱 Why This Matters Leadership here doesn’t mean being loud or perfect. It means being encouraging, creative, and present — and Meyada-san embodies that beautifully. Please join me in congratulating her 🎉 Who will be the next Daimyō to rise? Get to Daimyō level by contributing, liking and responding to posts! Which province would you claim?

Yesterday's winner was... Dragon Ball!! Today’s matchup:🎯 Assassination Classroom vs 🩸 Jujutsu Kaisen Heartfelt lessons versus raw cursed power. Only one advances. 🎯 Assassination Classroom (暗殺教室) A class told they’re failures. A teacher who believes in them absolutely. Assassination Classroom disguises a deeply emotional coming-of-age story inside a bizarre, comedic premise. Why it deserves its Final 8 spot: - A rare anime where every student grows, not just the lead - A perfect balance of humour, action, and genuine heart - One of anime’s most memorable and meaningful endings - A story about self-worth, guidance, and becoming your best self This is anime that teaches while entertaining—and leaves a lasting mark. 🩸 Jujutsu Kaisen (呪術廻戦) Dark, fast, and unapologetically intense. Jujutsu Kaisen represents the cutting edge of modern shōnen—where style, brutality, and emotion collide. Why it earned its place: - Top-tier animation and choreography that redefined fight scenes - A world with real danger and real consequences - Characters that feel instantly iconic - A relentless pace that never lets up This is anime that hits hard and doesn’t blink. 🗳️ Your Turn – Final 8 Vote! Which one moves closer to the title? - The emotional payoff and life lessons of Assassination Classroom? - Or the dark power and modern spectacle of Jujutsu Kaisen? 💬 Comment your vote below and defend your pick—respectful debate encouraged! 教えか、呪いか？(Teaching… or curses?) 🔥

Taikō was the title given to a retired regent, but in Japanese history it became inseparable from one extraordinary man: Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Hideyoshi was born a peasant in a rigidly hierarchical society where birth usually decided your future. With no noble lineage, no famous family name, and no formal right to rule, his rise should have been impossible. Instead, through relentless effort, adaptability, and political skill, he climbed from a low-ranking servant under Oda Nobunaga to one of the most powerful figures in Japan. Hideyoshi earned trust by solving problems others could not — building fortifications overnight, negotiating alliances, and winning loyalty through action rather than status. Even after he formally stepped down and took the title Taikō, he continued to guide the country from behind the scenes, driven by the same determination that had carried him from obscurity to the top. Because of Hideyoshi, Taikō came to represent more than a title. It became a reminder that persistence, intelligence, and sheer effort can rewrite destiny — even in a world built to keep people in their place. Congratulations to @Fenny Kirmil who made it to level 5 here in the Japanese Language Learners community and became a Taikō!!

Konnichiwa, Here is the first dialogue and first audio! Please listen, read along and try to say the words and phrases along with the audio. You will need to adapt it to be about yourself. Please ask below any questions you have about meanings and/or if you need a hand converting the dialogue to be about you. This is the last chance to get involved in the first Paired Speaking Practice, so if you are interested and haven't said so yet, please feel free to ask to join! The next post will let you know who your partner will be for this session! Thanks to these Learners who are already involved: @Sumitha Bk @Psych Butterfly @Harry Lewis @Fenny Kirmil @Nicholas Brisiel @Ev Ginguene @Flo Ginguene @Elizabeth Bowen @Blaize Agena @Izzat Suhaimi @Karen Claire Patdu @Rebeca G. Arigatou, Joe Sensei.